Pink Dahlia
by Kay Novy
Title
Pink Dahlia
Artist
Kay Novy
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Belonging to the family Asteraceae, dahlia flowers are related to sunflower, chrysanthemum, zinnia, and daisy. These flowers are available in a wide variety of colors, sizes, and flowering patterns. There are about 42 species, a few of which are known to closely resemble other types of flowers. They belong to the mountainous areas of Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. Most of their hybrid species are used as garden flowers.
Dahlia flowers are often associated with various meanings that may range from messages of enduring grace to signals of warning.
They symbolize elegance, inner strength, creativity, change, and dignity. They are also known to represent one who stands strong in his/her sacred values.
During the Victorian era, these flowers were believed to be an indication of personal sentiments. They meant commitment, or an everlasting bond or union. The qualities of elegance and dignity were also associated with them in the Victorian language of flowers. Furthermore, it is said that this symbolism is still used today. Moreover, these flowers are widely used during marriage celebrations.
Some others believe that it is a representation of diversity.
The negative meanings associated with these flowers include betrayal, instability, and dishonesty.
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May 6th, 2016
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